Illustration

I love children’s books, and how they use illustration to tell stories. Because of this I try to step out observational sketching, into drawing from imagination. I enjoy creating illustrated characters – both humans and animal and make them spring into action. There is so much to explore and so much to learn!

I mostly work with pen, ink and watercolours. More recently I learned to put hand-drawn elements together on the computer. It offers more flexibility as you can play with scale and layout and now I really enjoy working that way too.

I like to use my illustrated recipes to experiment with layouts, hand lettering and new techniques. When I read about Penelope Dullaghan’s oil transfer technique, I decided it was time for a new illustrated recipe and an experiment.

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About Sophie Peanut

Hi, I am Sophie. I am an artist and illustrator and live in Halifax in the UK. I draw and paint with watercolours, pens and pencils. I carry a sketchbook with me at most times. I use it to sketch my life and the world around me. I like illustrating my favourite family recipes too!